Description
Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta is a comforting delight that transforms any dinner into a special occasion. This rich dish combines savory Italian sausage, velvety heavy cream, and al dente pasta, all enhanced with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, it’s a meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 tsp fresh oregano (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumble in the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and add spinach. Stir continuously for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring every piece is coated in sauce.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, basil, and oregano, stirring gently until melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg